Free First Saturday
On the first Saturday of every month, the Walker Art Center buzzes with free family-friendly activities from 10 am–3 pm. Gallery admission is free all day.
Monthly Activities
Exhibitions
Enjoy major exhibitions by emerging and established artists.
Free Family Tour
Join a free educator-led tour at 11:30 am, or a Spanish tour at 3pm. Meet in the Main Lobby.
Bentson Mediatheque
Watch a family-friendly film selected by our team in the Bentson Mediatheque.
Family Resources
Tips for Family Visits
Make the most of your family’s visit to the Walker.
Read Tips
At-Home Activities
Enjoy art-making activities, kids’ films, and more.
Explore Activities
Family Programs
Make the Walker your next family adventure.
Events for Families
More Free Programs
Free Thursday Nights
Every Thursday night from 5–9 pm, the Walker comes alive with out-of-the ordinary experiences, creative programs, guest artists, and free admission for all.
Sensory Friendly Sunday
This free monthly program is designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism, or developmental disabilities.
Free First Saturday is sponsored by
Family Programs are supported by the KHR McNeely Family Foundation, thanks to Kevin, Rosemary, and Hannah Rose McNeely.
Lead support for the Walker’s Education and Public Programs is provided by the Pohlad Family Community Engagement Fund. Additional support is provided by the Patrick and Aimee Butler Family Foundation and Susan and Rob White.